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Major veterans toxic exposure legislation delayed again, but lawmakers insist it’s not defeat
Officials are optimistic the sweeping veterans bill will be finalized by Congress sometime next month.
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Veterans
He liked the pro-America, pro-constitution vibe. But he liked the rage, too.
Extremist groups are shifting toward a more militia-style environment, targeting veterans for recruitment, valuing their skills and preying on their patriotism.
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President Biden honors Wounded Warriors at soldier ride
President Joe Biden welcomed members of the Wounded Warrior Project to the White House for the group's annual solider ride.
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Largest budget in VA history gets backing from House appropriators
Lawmakers also plan to reclassify some VA spending to make it easier to balance future budgets.
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Black veteran groups seek policy agenda on racial inequities
Advocates say racial inequality in access to veterans benefits can upend the lives of Black people who proudly served their country.
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Setbacks with new health records system have ‘shaken’ VA secretary
The $16 billion project has faced numerous setbacks in recent years.
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Korean War Marine veterans enjoy reunion almost 70 years in the making
The last time Thomas Fagan and Donald Goeppner saw each other, they were saying their goodbyes after serving in Korea in 1953.
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Marine veteran reframes fear as fuel for overcoming life’s challenges
The Iraq War vet faced down his struggles with education, writing and adventure.
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This week in Congress: Defense authorization and appropriations work collides on Wednesday
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 20, 2020.
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From sailor to CEO: Navy veteran shares tips for business success
Navy veteran Thomas H. Douglas answers questions about his transition from military service to civilian employee to CEO.
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Russian TV shows videos of 2 US vets captured in Ukraine
There has been no official confirmation from the U.S. or Russian government that the Americans were being held.
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VA to delay electronic medical records deployment to additional sites until 2023
VA sites in Portland and Seattle were scheduled to start work with the new system later this year.
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Transgender veterans still waiting on VA’s promise of surgery options
One year ago, department officials said they would take steps towards making gender confirmation surgeries available. They still aren't.
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Navy veteran debuts ‘Adapt or Die’ business manual
Navy veteran and businessman Thomas H. Douglas offers advice for those considering business ownership after military service.
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US veterans missing in Ukraine formed bond over background
The families of two military veterans from Alabama who are missing in Ukraine have joined together to seek information about their whereabouts.
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Tips for managing stress
Tips for veterans to manage stress.
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Here are the veterans who will benefit from Congress’ sweeping toxic exposure bill
Veterans who served in Afghanistan, the first Gulf War, Vietnam and numerous other overseas locations could see new benefits under the plan.
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2 US veterans, a Marine and a soldier, reported missing in Ukraine
The U.S. State Department says it is looking into reports that Russian or Russian-backed separatist forces in Ukraine captured at least two American citizens.
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NextOp helps mid-level enlisted find their civilian career
NextOp acts as a bridge to convey valuable skills and time in service to help find veterans the next opportunity.
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This week in Congress: House planners eye FY23 budget, senators plan to spend billions more to help vets
Defense and veterans hearings for the week of June 13, 2022.
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Financial tips for transitioning vets
Financial tips for transitioning vets.
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Despite promises of inclusivity, VA motto remains focused on men
Efforts to update the VA motto to gender-neutral wording have stalled over the past year.
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VA to suspend all caregiver reassessments amid concerns about program rules
Families have voiced conerns for months about how the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers is being administered.
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Controversial Pentagon nominee will be put into VA leadership instead
Brenda Sue Fulton has been tapped for a key military personnel role, but her nomination has been stalled for months.
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Veteran small business start-ups need more federal and community support, advocates say
Federal officials have seen a rise in new small business applications since the start of the pandemic.
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Despite cost, veterans’ toxic exposure bill gains bipartisan backing
Most Senate Republicans voted for plans to move the legislation despite an estimated cost of more than $278 billion over the next 10 years.
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